"We always overestimate the change that will occur in the next two years and underestimate the change that will occur in the next ten. Don't let yourself be lulled into inaction."

- Bill Gates

Work is now underway

For months, Sy's Kitchen has been promising to reopen the takeaway formerly known as Tickle Me, in Brockley Cross.

Now, work has begun to renovate the unit and the builders have confirmed that they are gutting and reconfiguring the space, to create a dining experience, based around an open grill. Sy's is also applying for a licence.

If Sy's Kitchen can do for Caribbean food what Masala Wala has done for Indian and Pakistani cuisine next door, then Brockley Cross will become a legitimate foodie destination. Something that would have been unimaginable a few years ago.